Health Library

The Kidneys

Detailed anatomical description of the kidneys

The Liver

Detailed anatomical description of the liver and liver transplantation in children

The Lungs

Detailed anatomical description of the lungs and lung transplantation in children

The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

NICUs provide specialized care for the tiniest patients. NICUs may also have intermediate or continuing care areas for babies who are not as sick but do need specialized nursing care.

The New Mother: Taking Care of Yourself After Birth

You will need plenty of rest, good nutrition, and help during the first few weeks after your baby is born.

The Operating Room

Your child will need to know that people in the operating room will be wearing surgical clothes to help prevent germs from infecting the surgical incision.

The Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist

A pediatric sports medicine specialist is a healthcare provider who helps children with injuries caused during sports or athletic activities.

The Pediatrics Orthopedic Team

Detailed information on each member of the pediatric orthopedic treatment team.

The Respiratory System in Babies

A look at the respiratory system, and lung development in babies.

The Surgical Team for Children

Most surgical teams include a surgeon, an anesthesiologist, a nurse anesthetist, and an operating room nurse. The number of team members differs depending on the type of surgery performed.

Thermal Injuries

Detailed information on thermal injuries in children

Third-Degree Burn in Children

A burn is damage to tissues of the body caused by contact with things such as heat, radiation, or chemicals. A third-degree burn damages the outer layer of skin (epidermis) and the inner layer of skin (dermis). A child with a third-degree burn needs immediate medical care.